Dhoni, Kohli offer condolences on Dalmiya's demise

New Delhi: Tributes poured in for BCCI President Jagmohan Dalmiya, who passed away following a massive cardiac arrest in Kolkata, with Indian ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Test skipper Virat Kohli offering their condolences.

"Saddened by Mr. Dalmiya's death. Immense contribution to Indian and world cricket. A huge loss. Always a players man! Condolences to family!" Kumble tweeted.

"Jaggu's vision energy & dedication built Indian crckt into a global powerhouse I can never 4get & recall today our long innings 2gether RIP," added former administrator Inderjit Bindra.

Former BCCI President A C Muthiah hailed Dalmiya's contribution in making cricket a money-spinning sport.

"Dalmiya was a dynamic personality. It was Dalmiya who was responsible for liberating ICC from the clutches of MCC which was then funding ICC for its day-to-day expenses. Dalmiya's acumen and marketing abilities brought revenue to ICC and its member countries," he said.